The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, has warned the officers of the command against any act of misconduct that could tarnish the reputation of the force.
Ogunlowo also reminded the officers that they were not trained to kill.
He said that in line with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, any police operatives caught wearing mufti during official duties would face severe disciplinary actions.
The CP, according to a statement on Tuesday from the spokesman of the state police command, CSP Omolola Odutola, handed down the warning while addressing the officers during his tour of the Ilaro Area Command.
The visit was to reinforce key directives aimed at improving professionalism and public trust in the police force.
Speaking during the visit, Ogunlowo reportedly conveyed the Inspector General of Police’s directive mandating that all tactical officers must be fully kitted in their police uniforms while on duty.
He issued a stern warning that any officer found operating in mufti during official duties would face severe disciplinary actions.
The statement partly reads, “The CP also engaged with newly posted constables to various divisions, emphasising the importance of good public relations.
“He urged them to always put their best efforts into serving the public, maintaining professionalism, and treating citizens with respect and decorum.
“Ogunlowo reminded officers that they are public servants and must never use their firearms to intimidate the public, as the police are not trained to kill, adding that officers carrying firearms must be well-versed in the laws governing their use.”
Ogunlowo instructed officers to ensure the proper maintenance of patrol vehicles.
He cautioned against reckless handling of police vehicles, warning against deliberate misuse that could lead to damage, reiterating that these assets are meant to serve the public and not for personal exploitation.
The Commissioner’s visit, according to the statement, underscored the commitment of the state police command to uphold professionalism, discipline, and public safety.
